Madonna and BTS headline the 2026 World Cup closing show

Madonna, BTS, Justin Bieber, and Shakira perform at the halftime show of the 2026 World Cup final.

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The 15-minute performance disappointed some fans due to its lack of spectacle.

Thousands attended the event at MetLife Stadium near New York.

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